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coastal sandmat

Scientific Name: Chamaesyce skottsbergii var. vaccinioides

Family: Euphorbiaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Shrub

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Euphorbia skottsbergii (Coastal Sandmat)

Euphorbia skottsbergii, also known as coastal sandmat, is a rare flowering plant belonging to the euphorb family.

Considerations for Pets

  • Some sources note that contact with the latex of seaside sandmat (a similar species) can cause poison ivy-like symptoms on the skin.

Considerations for Children

  • Some sources note that contact with the latex of seaside sandmat (a similar species) can cause poison ivy-like symptoms on the skin.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Euphorbia skottsbergii
  • Synonym: Chamaesyce skottsbergii
  • Other Scientific Names Mentioned:
    • Chamaesyce mesembrianthemifolia
  • Common Name: Coastal Sandmat, Coastal Beach Sandmat
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Chamaesyce skottsbergii (Sherff) Croizat &amp O. Deg. var. skottsbergii

Distribution and Habitat

  • Widely naturalized in eastern Queensland and in the coastal and sub-coastal districts of northern and central Queensland, Australia.
  • Found on coastal beaches, dunes, and sandy places along the coast.
  • Grows on dunes and sandy beaches along the coast.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Perennial subshrub or shrub.
  • Grows as a mat.
  • Rare species that grows fair in central coast range location with summer wash offs and some afternoon shade.

Ecological Role

  • Primarily recommended for natural landscapes and habitat restorations; not recommended for general landscape use.
  • "Sandmat is a literal thorn in the side of coastal landowners," highlighting a potential invasive quality under certain conditions.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Mentioned in connection with sand mat stabilization in dam construction (JadeWeserPort in Wilhelmshaven).

Further Information

  • Dave's Garden: a friendly community that shares tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants.
  • Discover Life: page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification and distribution of Chamaesyce skottsbergii
  • Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Central Coast Field Office (formerly Hollister Field Office) in California.